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Wow Derek,

Great build log so far...  Your pictures are fantastic.  Nice and close and very easy to relate to what your describing in the log.

 

I have this model in my stash, but am working on some simpler builds first.  She makes a beautiful model though and I'm leaning towards this as my first plank on bulkhead model.

 

Also, I'm not sure if you found this already as part of your research, but a gentleman named Gary Brinker has a detailed 40 part YouTube build of this kit from start to finish.  I know he discusses some of the pitfalls of the instructions and ambiguities of the plans during the build.  In the end, his turned out VERY nice and I believe he said it was only his 2nd wood ship model as well.

 

Anyway, thank you for sharing your hard work and I look forward to following your progress.

 

Don

Current Build: Chesapeake Bay Flattie by Midwest Products

Completed Builds:  Chesapeake Bay Crabbing Skiff by Midwest Products

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Thanks for the kind works Don,

 

I have seen the Gary Brinker videos and found them helpful.  This is only my second build and I learned a lot from my first build.  My first was a ton of trial and error but in the end I was happy with the results and it was a great learning tool. Plus, I got a lot of help on this forum as well.

 

I look forward to following along on your build when you get started.

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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I'm still planking the hull, ya da ya da slow moving process and pictures aren't really necessary. However tonight I tried my hand at serving and seizing.  For my first time I think it wasn't too bad.  I used Syrens serving machine.

 

I'm wondering if there is a way to use the Serving machine to seize the lines?  Any thoughts would be ap20170323_195933_resized.thumb.jpg.9d500222705638f28a60694f47c0e516.jpgpreciated.

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Hi Len, it didn't take long at all.  I think perhaps 5 minutes tops. With practice it will become a lot quicker and neater.

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Just to update, still planking the hull.   I have been practicing my serving and seizing but I still need more practice.  It's not too bad but there is still room for improvements.20170324-_DSC9767.thumb.jpg.7a8c1463468ae06eb62b50fed2109352.jpg20170324-_DSC9768.thumb.jpg.98cc46753ed9ed0b88795b7fe24ff426.jpg20170324-_DSC9771.thumb.jpg.51fff702991644d759b182f35508c562.jpg 

 

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Latest update, I'm still planking the hull.  I think part of the problem is that I am using carpenter's glue and it takes time to dry.  I'm not a fan of CA glue so avoid it when I can.  I get a row of planking installed then need to walk away until the glue dries.  Maybe I should be doing some sub-assemblies while I wait.  The planking has been very easy and I'm happy with the results.  I'm almost at a point now where I have to reverse direction.  I think it may get a lot more interesting from here on.

 

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Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Hi derek looking great I would perhaps give the ca another shot as you will be giving the hull a thourougly good sanding anyways so won't have to deal with any residue just a thought.

as for the seizing of the line I'm impressed that is something I haven't tried or have any experience

 

 

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Way to go Derek.  Looks good.

Doug

Current BuildsBluenose II - AKrabbenkutter / Prince de Neufchatel / Essex Cross-section / Syren / Barque Stefano / Winchelsea / Half Hull / Maria HF31 - Dusek / Bandirma - Turkmodel

On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad and Cross Section / HMS Cutter Alert / Tender AVOS / Confederacy

Suspended Build: Bluenose II - Billing Boats Nr 600 

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Thanks for all the kind comments.  I wasn't happy with the one plank on the bow, there was too much of a gap between the plank and the keel.

 

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So I decided to remove a portion and replace it with a tighter fitting plank.  Anyway, long story short and not paying attention, I delivered a very nasty slice to my left index finger.  Still debating if stitches are needed.  The Admiral has me patched up for now but she wants to see if the bleeding will stop on its own first.  Doesn't help that I take blood thinners.

 

Anyway, a good reminder of SAFETY FIRST.  Always realize what you are doing and anticipate the worst to protect against it.  I have a pair of Kevlar gloves which were moved to my workshop tonight for future use.  After all, I did just order a scalpel handle and blades.:dancetl6:

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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I feel your pain Derek.  

 

Hope it heals quickly.  

Doug

Current BuildsBluenose II - AKrabbenkutter / Prince de Neufchatel / Essex Cross-section / Syren / Barque Stefano / Winchelsea / Half Hull / Maria HF31 - Dusek / Bandirma - Turkmodel

On the Shelf: Santisima Trinidad and Cross Section / HMS Cutter Alert / Tender AVOS / Confederacy

Suspended Build: Bluenose II - Billing Boats Nr 600 

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So, it's not serious. In the immortal words of Monty Python and the Holly Grail "Tis but a scratch" (when the Black Knight lost his arm).

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Lol sorry Steve.

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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I thought the planking was going remarkably well but then of course I found a small problem.  The planks were sitting proud of the stern bulkheads close to the garboard strake.  I thought that to correct this I would add a shim.  However, thinking into it a little longer I decided this wasn't the best approach because it would only cause me problems further down the line.

 

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Of course, the best solution was to remove and replace.  Which is what I did

 

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I then reattached the planks and made sure they were fastened to the keel and bulkheads

 

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After which, I used my proportional dividers to determine that the plank on the forward part of the ship needed to be shaved down a bit so that it would match the stern.

 

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I think I am now back on track (I hope).

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Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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I thought the planking was going remarkably well but then of course it soon took a turn for the worse.  I truly don't understand how to add sealers or belts or how to properly taper a plank so I ended up with a lot of tapered planks that tapered to a point.  I really need to get this down pat because one of these days I'm going to do a single planked hull and it will definitely test my ability. I calculated that I had over 25 hours in planking the hull.  Once done I gave it a light sanding then added body fill.  I plan on adding fill and sanding a couple of times then sanding with finer grits until I have a smooth hull.20170411_180649_resized.thumb.jpg.6757d9d4e3adab41d41311aea7221f4e.jpg20170411_180651_resized.thumb.jpg.b25700b3c0da0293e93dcf0579b733cc.jpg20170411_180658_resized.thumb.jpg.741c1448ac68436966c39006a58f89cb.jpg20170411_183150_resized.thumb.jpg.125d516e2e179266eb56f6c2ed06a91f.jpg20170411_183157_resized.thumb.jpg.7815d813d3ad83904451c0ead67c801b.jpg20170411_183204_resized.thumb.jpg.f39ee7631e6fbe3d9dfcd33386edfd33.jpg20170411_183211_resized.thumb.jpg.a9d3c1fdb3949e2856ca94b1b0f2b7af.jpg

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Derek, nice job on the planking, I also noticed you were being judge by someone in the background.

Didn't know you invited Judge Judy for inspection of your build. :P:D

 

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It's funny Per, I actually debated about deleting that picture because I noticed Judge Judy in the background and I thought "I don't want these people to think I watch Judge Judy."  I usually don't have her on, I was just so wrapped up in the boat I didn't bother to change the channel. :P 

Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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After sanding, filling and more sanding I think I finally have the hull where I want it.

 

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After which I though it might be a good idea to put on a layer of polyurethane just to seal everything before painting.  However, painting won't happen for a while yet.

 

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Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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Derek,  planking looks great!  From your photos it looks like you did a great job with the planks that have to twist going up to the stern post (those didn't line up great for me on my build).  It already looks great, but once you get the hull painted, I think the shape is going to look perfect!

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I started planking the fore deck.  So far so good but I have to figure out nibbing.  I'm not sure I understand how to measure and cut the planks. Tips would be nice. One thing that I really enjoy is reading the drawings.  I'm using a Lauck Street practicum but I follow along with the actual drawings.  It's fun to find the information on the drawings.  I find that the practicum takes shortcuts only because it's designed for beginners however I want to step up a bit.  I want to add a bit more detail than the practicum.  The practicum has a good build sequence (so far).

 

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Derek

If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea  

Antoine de Saint Exupery

 

Current Builds

Bluenose - Model Shipways - 1:64 Scale

Fair American - Model Shipways - 1:48 Scale

HMS Winchelsea 1764 - Group Build

On Deck

Guns of History Naval Smoothbore Deck Gun - 1:24 Scale

Finished Builds

Mare Nostrum - Artesania Latina - 1:35 Scale

Guns of History Carronade - Model Shipways - 1:24 Scale

 

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